For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 620 students in Closter, NJ.
The top ranked public preschool in Closter, NJ is Hillside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Closter, NJ public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Closter have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Closter, NJ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
340 Homans Avenue
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-3860
Closter, NJ 07624
(201) 768-3860
Gr: PK-4 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Closter, NJ?
The top ranked public preschools in Closter, NJ include Hillside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Closter?
1 public preschools are located in Closter.
What is the racial composition of students in Closter?
Closter public preschools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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